Pastimes Collection (page 18)

Members of the Northumbria Gliding Club with their new Rumanian glider the 1828B in which they hope to set some new club height and distance records in March 1977

A glider at Northumbria Gliding club getting positioned for take off in February 1995

In just two minutes, 10 year old Ian Dyer achieves what many adults fail to manage after years of blood, sweat and tears - solve the mystery of the Rubiks Cube in April 1981

Gateshead sixth formers raised more than £200 with a sponsored marathon Monopoly in
Gateshead sixth formers raised more than £ 200 with a sponsored marathon Monopoly in November 1980

Master sleuth Martha Kessler, 12, from Gilesgate, Durham who is practising for theCluedo champ of Great Britain competitiom in April 1977

Tuesday evening in the Durant Hall, Newcastle and brains are in top gear for the Scrabble competition in November 1977

Bricklayer Allan Wilson will "go to jail"for a crime of having a winning way
Bricklayer Allan Wilson will " go to jail" for a crime of having a winning way with words. Allan wrote a catchy slogan to win through to the British Monopoly Championship in August 1979

Marian Dash at the Vaux World Shove Ha penny Championships in Durham in August 1983

Students playing the new Chinese board game GOin April 1977

Monopoly championships held at the nuclear power station at Oldbury near Bristol in September 1977. 12 year old Paul Ellis of Longhirst, West Denton

Youths play on a Space Invaders machine in Newcastle in December 1980

Phil Middlemiss with the Newcastle and Gateshead edition of Monopoly

The latest pastime to his Tyneside in January 1979 is the Chinese board game simply called GO

All the money in the world could not keep Michael Brimer (left) and Gordon Brown from falling asleep in their attemp on the world Monopoly record in June 1978

Here is the latest novelty - The "Peto"a new game in France - where balls are
Here is the latest novelty - The " Peto" a new game in France - where balls are thrown by feet. It is played with a type of cone shaped goblet in plastic fixed to the foot by a band

What a whopper! This 36 and a half pound salmon was landed on the river Wye by Coventry angler Billy Lane yesterday. Lane caught the massive salmon at Martins Pool, between Hereford and Monmouth

Young roller skaters lace up their boots and chat back stage as they prepare to take part in a roller skaters variety show

Young roller skaters are taking part in a roller skaters variety show. The girls are all members of the Canley Roller Skating Club who have been skating this week at the Canley Youth

Children enjoy skating on the ice at Welchs Meadow, Leamington. 17th February 1969

A young boy and girl enjoy their ice creams at Wyken Slough pool, Coventry. Kely and Karl Thompson from Bell Green, have queued for a while to get their refreshments. 22nd April 1984

This young woman is ready and raring to go for a day out trekking and hill climbing

This young woman is enjoying her round of golf

A model sporting the latest in sports fashion

Boys Brigade members Kevin Stafford, aged 13, of High Laws Gardens, and Paul Consterdine of Birchfield Garden are putting the finishing touches to their new headquarters in Stocksfield called

Newcastle branch of the Boys Brigade march from Westmorland Road Presbyterian Church for their annual church parade

The white family who are all involved in the Boys Brigade, David is a member of the pipe band, Mr. Colin White is Captain of the 12th South lSheilds Company, Mrs

Two Boys Brigade members showing off the new uniforms

The Boys Brigade dosing a display of tent erection at Gatesheads Trinity Square precinct

Local boys of the Boys Brigade handling luggage for visiting delegates

An early stone Newcastle Stout bottle

A buyer examines bottles at the Geordie Bottle Rally in Jarrow Hall

Dave Gegg with part of his collection of old bottles

Eileen Bennett, 16 year old secretary at Beamish Museum with just a small part of the bottle collection there

This bottle was found in the mud on the banks of the Tyne and the lablel indicates it was Genuine Dublin Stout but bottled in Newcastle

Businessman Gordon Litherland travelled from Bruton--on-Trent to Newcastle to buy bottles for his collection

Arthur Rowland at his bottle business which is popular with collectors

Anyone for Tennis - Imogen and partner Alan model the latest Fred Perry tennis clothing

Anyone for Tennis - A model sporting the latest in sports fashion

Young people having fun sporting the latest in sports fashion

A model sporting the latest in sports fashion

Easterby Cook club steward of the Seaton Delaval club with some of his collection of bottles

Teacher Mike Pickering with his collection of Victorian bottles

Ten year old Tracy Milles looks after her dads bottle stall

An excavator uncovered these old bottles from breweries all over the North East. Peter McArdle and Kenny Gibson witha few of their bottle haul

Coline Wright with some of his Victorian bottles from his collection

Eighteen year old Maureen Cole from Cowpen Estate, Blyth shows some of the bottles unearthed by the dredger from the harbour

Edward Jelley with a Brown Ale bottle found in his allotment in Walker

These Victorian bottles were found by St. Marys branch of the British Sub-Aqua Club in Whitley Bay, who went on a diving expedition to Talkin Tarn in the Pennines

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"Exploring the Delights of Pastimes: From Little Miss Natty Fingers to Football" Step into a world where they were cherished and enjoyed, as we delve into an array of captivating activities that have stood the test of time. In Muriel Dawson's enchanting painting, "Little Miss Natty Fingers, " we witness the beauty and skill of a young girl engrossed in her needlework, showcasing the artistry that can be found in even the simplest hobbies. Traveling from Tarland, Aberdeenshire, on a long run necessitates thorough clean-up for this 1925 steam engine named Hielan Laddie. The dedication and care put into maintaining such magnificent machinery is truly admirable. Polo enthusiasts will appreciate Higgins' insightful book titled "Polo - Its Social Aspect, " which delves into not only the sport itself but also its cultural significance. It highlights how they are bring people together, forging connections beyond mere competition. Fly fishing takes us to South Uist in the Outer Hebrides, where anglers seek out Brown Trout with their rods and fly boxes. This serene activity allows one to connect with nature while honing their skills as they patiently wait for that perfect catch. Battledore & shuttlecock brings back memories of childhood games played in gardens or on sandy beaches; Susan Beatrice Pearse's depiction captures both joy and concentration as players keep the shuttlecock aloft using wooden paddles. Transport yourself back to 1958 when Popeye excitedly positions himself at a traction engine rally. The nostalgia surrounding these events reminds us how pastimes evolve over time yet still hold immense appeal for enthusiasts across generations. Victorian Silhouettes by H. L Oakley transports us further back in time, offering glimpses into leisurely pursuits during an era known for its elegance and refinement. These intricate silhouettes capture moments frozen in time—scenes that speak volumes about the pastimes of yesteryears.